Topaze
Originally released in 1951. Topaze is a comedy film. directed by Marcel Pagnol. With a runtime of 2h 16m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Fernandel, Hélène Perdrière, and Jacques Morel
Synopsis
Albert Topaze, sincere schoolteacher addicted to "rote" morality, works at a private school run by supremely money-grubbing M. Muche, whose daughter, also a teacher, makes cynical use of the knowledge that Topaze loves her. Alas, Topaze's naive honesty brings him unjust dismissal...and makes him fair game for the "aunt" of his private pupil, really the mistress of crooked politician Regis, who needs an honest-seeming "front man." Can artful Suzy Courtois keep Topaze on the string? With steadily escalating disillusion comes moral crisis...
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 25, 1951
75 years ago
Runtime
2h 16m
136 minutes total
User Rating
6.8/10
Good (27 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Country
France
Production
Director
Top Cast
Fernandel
as Albert Topaze
Hélène Perdrière
as Suzy Courtois
Jacques Morel
as Régis Castel-Bénac
Marcel Vallée
as M. Muche
Jacqueline Pagnol
as Ernestine Muche
Jacques Castelot
as Roger Gaëtan de Bersac
Milly Mathis
as la baronne de Pitart-Vergniolles
Yvette Etiévant
as la dactylo de Topaze
Robert Moor
as le vénérable vieillard
Pierre Larquey
as Tamise, un autre professeur
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- Les Films Marcel Pagnol
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Topaze about?
Albert Topaze, sincere schoolteacher addicted to "rote" morality, works at a private school run by supremely money-grubbing M. Muche, whose daughter, also a teacher, makes cynical use of the knowle...
Who directed Topaze?
Topaze was directed by Marcel Pagnol.
How long is Topaze?
Topaze has a runtime of 2 hours and 16 minutes (136 minutes total).
When was Topaze released?
Topaze was released on January 25, 1951 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Topaze?
The main cast of Topaze includes Fernandel, Hélène Perdrière, Jacques Morel, Marcel Vallée, Jacqueline Pagnol.